Why cardiologists are seeing more 25-45-year-olds with high blood pressure and irregular heartbeats

High blood pressure has traditionally been associated with older adults, but cardiologists say they are increasingly seeing people as young as 25 presenting with elevated blood pressure, irregular heartbeats, chest discomfort, and other early signs of cardiovascular strain. Experts attribute this worrying trend to a combination of energy drink consumption, chronic stress, poor sleep, and prolonged screen exposure that has become a routine part of modern life.The problem is that modern lifestyles are creating a perfect storm for heart disease. Long work hours, constant notifications, late-night scrolling, dependence on energy drinks, lack of sleep, and chronic stress are quietly changing the way the heart functions.The concern is not just personal. According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases account for a significant share of deaths in India, and uncontrolled blood pressure remains one of the biggest risk factors.